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What is Siena's historical connection to banking?

  • First stock exchange

  • Oldest bank in the world

  • First credit card

  • First ATM

Answer

Siena is historically linked to commercial and banking activities. It is home to the Monte dei Paschi bank, which has been operating continuously since 1472, making it the oldest bank in the world.
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